Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175U
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175U is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 175mm stroke, 1/8" air ports and a stainless-steel barrel and rod for mildly corrosive environments. Its ISO 6432 mounting interface makes it a compact drop-in for standard mini-cylinder fixtures.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke175 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175U
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles a 175 mm stroke with a 90-degree U rear cover. The 1/8 inch port and M6x1.0 male rod thread make integration straightforward. Its stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted-steel alternatives in damp or washdown environments. Riveted construction keeps the body compact while fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke extremes.
Plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, which translates to lifting about 5.1 kg vertically with a sensible 2:1 safety margin. The U-style back cover mounts at 90 degrees for compact lateral installations. Because this SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position switches.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175U |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 175 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | 1/8" |
| Rod thread | M6×1.0 |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.15 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 30 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Fixed TPU bumper pads |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 500 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC MI/MIC (ISO 6432) datasheet. Barrel & rod: stainless steel (round-body, riveted construction). Thread options: PT (blank) / G.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø16mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 101 N | 86 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 141 N | 121 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 21 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175U
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×175 | Stroke length in mm. |
| -S | Optional built-in magnet for CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors. |
MI-family variants: MI / MIC (double acting ±cushion), MSI / MTI (single acting push / pull), MID / MICD (double rod ±cushion), MIJ / MICJ (adjustable stroke ±cushion). Back covers CA / U / R / CM. Mounting LB / FA / SDB / TC.
Where the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175U Is Used
Package Diverter Gate
Pushes light cardboard cartons on a packaging line using 100.5 N of thrust, with the 90-degree U cover fitting neatly into the conveyor frame.
Textile Loom Tensioner
Moves a yarn guide back and forth across a 175 mm path, where the stainless rod withstands humid textile mill conditions.
Bin Lid Actuator
Pivots a lightweight access hatch on a materials handling station, lifting loads safely under the 5.1 kg vertical threshold.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175U the Right Cylinder?
If 100.5 N is too much force, the Ø12 bore drops the push rating to 56.5 N at 0.5 MPa; stepping up to the Ø20 bore raises it to 157.0 N. At 175 mm, this rod travels well within the 500 mm standard limit for this bore, though long strokes demand careful alignment to prevent side-loading and rod bending. The 90-degree U cover suits tight footprint installations.
Remember that venting the air supply causes the piston to drift, as the TPU bumpers only decelerate the end of travel rather than locking the load. Use an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve if you need to hold position vertically.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Stroke and mounting space
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT / G)
- ✓ Magnet (-S) for sensors?
- ✓ Back cover (CA/U/R/CM) & mount (LB/FA/SDB/TC)
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.15 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Avoid side load on the piston rod.
- check Do not dismantle the riveted front/back covers.
- check Use correct back cover (CA/U/R/CM) & mount (LB/FA/SDB/TC).
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175U FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it pushes 100.5 N and pulls 86.4 N. At 0.7 MPa it pushes 140.7 N and pulls 120.9 N. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The air port size is 1/8 inch.
No, this specific SKU lacks a magnet so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. You must order the -S variant to enable magnetic sensing. The body uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface for standard brackets.
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